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University of Oklahoma

The University of Oklahoma College of Law: The Battle Hymn of the Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
Features the complete lyrics to the popular Civil War song "The Battle Hymn of the Republic", written by Julia Ward Howe in 1861.
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National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Julia Ward Howe

For Students 9th - 10th
Julia Ward Howe was a writer, lecturer, abolitionist, and suffragist.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Battle Hymn of the Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
A historical look at the writing of the Battle Hymn of the Republic and many versions of historically significant sheet music.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Patriotic Melodies

For Students 9th - 10th
The Library of Congress site profiles 26 American patriotic songs with commentary, supporting visual material, and recordings of "America the Beautiful," "Fanfare for the Common Man" and the like.
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Other

Dictionary of Unitarian and Universalist Biography: Julia Ward Howe

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive profile of the life of American poet and reformer, Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910). She is best remembered as the author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic."
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Library of Congress

Loc: Patriotic Melodies

For Students 9th - 10th
The stories behind patriotic songs that have become part of American musical culture, such as "Anchors Away," "Over There," "U.S. Air Force Song," and "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again." Drill into the site to find lyrics, listen to...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Julia Ward Howe

For Students 9th - 10th
Portrait and a brief profile of Julia Ward Howe, who wrote the words to "Battle Hymn of the Republic."